@HACKETTREF KEITH HACKETTKEITH HACKETT posts on X about red, in the, card, kick the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [-------] engagements in the last [--] hours.
Social category influence premier league 9.43% champions league 4.72% countries 2.83% travel destinations 0.94%
Social topic influence red #1068, in the 16.04%, card #217, kick 10.38%, goal 7.55%, to the #3634, premier league 5.66%, official #6955, play 5.66%, level #708
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Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"Well said Alan Shearer - spot in Absolutely damning from Alan Shearer but hes spot on. If you ever needed any evidence of the damage VAR has done to the referees I think today is a great example of that. These guys I think look petrified to make a decision today because they didnt have a comfort blanket. https://t.co/OzdERfvJxD Absolutely damning from Alan Shearer but hes spot on. If you ever needed any evidence of the damage VAR has done to the referees I think today is a great example of that. These guys I think look petrified to make a decision today because they didnt have a comfort"
X Link 2026-02-15T08:41Z 29.2K followers, 17.6K engagements
"I have fired and demoted referees when boss of PGMOL @HACKETTREF No he isn't tho. If someone comes off the hard drugs they were relying on and are all over the place. No one says "ah yea the drugs are essential you see" & stick them back on These refs need to go cold turkey for a while & get used to refereeing properly @HACKETTREF No he isn't tho. If someone comes off the hard drugs they were relying on and are all over the place. No one says "ah yea the drugs are essential you see" & stick them back on These refs need to go cold turkey for a while & get used to refereeing properly"
X Link 2026-02-15T11:10Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"He is WRONG - the goalkeeper fouled his opponent @HACKETTREF interested to hear what you think of Howard Webb doubling down on the Gyokeres penalty incident. If the officials are backed up by their boss even though they have made a mistake how are they ever going to improve @HACKETTREF interested to hear what you think of Howard Webb doubling down on the Gyokeres penalty incident. If the officials are backed up by their boss even though they have made a mistake how are they ever going to improve"
X Link 2025-09-30T20:20Z 29.2K followers, 120.7K engagements
"Monday 26th January [----] Everton FC v Leeds United AFC Live on Sky Sports Referee: Hooper Simon Assistant Referee: Holmes Adrian Assistant Referee: West Richard Fourth Official: Attwell Stuart Video Assistant Referee: Bell James Additional Video Assistant Referee: Smart E"
X Link 2026-01-26T07:33Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The laws an ass Chris and needs to be amended and the subjectivity out of it. Thought the referee Hallam was terrific. Mature decision to deny Manchester City a penalty for handball sets example for referees @premierleague @guardian https://t.co/ofoZ499MlK Mature decision to deny Manchester City a penalty for handball sets example for referees @premierleague @guardian https://t.co/ofoZ499MlK"
X Link 2026-01-26T19:45Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I had the pleasure of officiating Gordon. This should be the turning point of taking heading the ball seriously. Something needs to be done. Talking to @HayleyMcQueen after coroner finds that heading the ball likely contributed to her dad Gordons dementia and death. Hayley wants an open and honest discussion about this in football. This isnt about blame its about future proofing the game 8pm tonight @SkyNews https://t.co/RJo2otD6D7 Talking to @HayleyMcQueen after coroner finds that heading the ball likely contributed to her dad Gordons dementia and death. Hayley wants an open and honest"
X Link 2026-01-27T07:09Z 29.2K followers, 31.7K engagements
"Still waiting for TheFA to act on this @GoonerGirl1969 Or Rodri calling the referees in the @FA_PGMOL corrupt on Sunday. @GoonerGirl1969 Or Rodri calling the referees in the @FA_PGMOL corrupt on Sunday"
X Link 2026-02-05T21:08Z 29.1K followers, 105.1K engagements
"Julie I have said in my opinion that these challenges should have been sanctioned with a red card. They are committed with force and have a degree of malice in them and clearly endanger the safety of an opponent. Oliver knows the law and applied it @mancityneil @HACKETTREF @OllieHolt22 what do you think Is this neutral officiating. @mancityneil @HACKETTREF @OllieHolt22 what do you think Is this neutral officiating"
X Link 2026-02-07T15:31Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements
"This is a clear penalty kick and consideration then with regard to the denial of a goal scoring opportunity Is this not a penalty https://t.co/EkGAiRJHCX Is this not a penalty https://t.co/EkGAiRJHCX"
X Link 2026-02-07T18:03Z 29.1K followers, 66K engagements
"Watched full speed. Clear holding offence by the defender. Penalty kick and red card for DOGSO @bfcgpg I'd watch it at full speed. KLP has gone down far too theatrical for the level of contact because he knows he has overrun the touch. I wouldn't expect this to be given on a VAR review. Whatever is given on-field would stand. @bfcgpg I'd watch it at full speed. KLP has gone down far too theatrical for the level of contact because he knows he has overrun the touch. I wouldn't expect this to be given on a VAR review. Whatever is given on-field would stand"
X Link 2026-02-07T18:59Z 29.1K followers, 13.9K engagements
"Where in the law does it state what you are saying Dale The holding did impact on the forward @Solb4kk1 @bfcgpg The issue is that if players go down too theatrically then the VAR has to question the true level of impact. @Solb4kk1 @bfcgpg The issue is that if players go down too theatrically then the VAR has to question the true level of impact"
X Link 2026-02-07T19:02Z 29.2K followers, 22.3K engagements
"Nonsense Holding an Opponent There was a clear holding offence in the Newcastle United v Brentford game that once again has triggered debate Law [--] is clear that holding is penalised by a direct free kick or penalty kick if it is in the penalty area"
X Link 2026-02-07T19:59Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements
"Its a red card offence Brobbey received a yellow card here. If his name was Romero thats a straight red. π https://t.co/4420uzM1lx Brobbey received a yellow card here. If his name was Romero thats a straight red. π https://t.co/4420uzM1lx"
X Link 2026-02-07T20:02Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"This is a very very poor piece of officiating g by Madley and Brooks @DaleJohnsonBBC @bfcgpg Ref should have given thatclear shirt pull. Hes passed the buck to VARand theyve passed it back @DaleJohnsonBBC @bfcgpg Ref should have given thatclear shirt pull. Hes passed the buck to VARand theyve passed it back"
X Link 2026-02-07T20:12Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I note your point- but if they stay on their feet the chances are they do not get the PK @HACKETTREF Maybe if he hadn't flailed his arms all over the place when he went to ground he would have won the penalty. @HACKETTREF Maybe if he hadn't flailed his arms all over the place when he went to ground he would have won the penalty"
X Link 2026-02-07T20:21Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I refereed for [--] years Thats the difference. I also have written [--] books on Laws and their interpretation. UEFA Referee Expert. Etc @DaleJohnsonBBC @HACKETTREF Imagine challenging THE Dale Johnson on the laws of the game π @DaleJohnsonBBC @HACKETTREF Imagine challenging THE Dale Johnson on the laws of the game π"
X Link 2026-02-07T20:24Z 29.2K followers, 32.6K engagements
"I cannot understand why VAR had to intervene. The Referees action of a red card was spot on. Why did it have to be checked all VAR These lot have short term memoryπ€£ Literally the last time we played at OT https://t.co/vLLRatNC8c These lot have short term memoryπ€£ Literally the last time we played at OT https://t.co/vLLRatNC8c"
X Link 2026-02-08T07:25Z 29.2K followers, 12.2K engagements
"Graham it was good to see our No1 Ref Oliver red card a similar challenge Brobbey was a red card offence @HACKETTREF @HACKETTREF hae you seen the Brobbey foul on Zubimendi which was given a yellow @HACKETTREF @HACKETTREF hae you seen the Brobbey foul on Zubimendi which was given a yellow"
X Link 2026-02-08T07:52Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@AmyDolphin87 Clear red card"
X Link 2026-02-08T07:55Z 29.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Ryan the panel of ex players overturned it. I stick with my original view without any prejudice. However I appreciate your comment. @HACKETTREF Keith youve given great insight for a few years now but jeeeze π€£π€£ this is far from a red card π€£π€£ hence why it got overturned after the game π€£π€£ @HACKETTREF Keith youve given great insight for a few years now but jeeeze π€£π€£ this is far from a red card π€£π€£ hence why it got overturned after the game π€£π€£"
X Link 2026-02-08T07:56Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Fulham v Everton Ref Stuart Attwell played a very good advantage that allowed play to continue and Fulham score their first goal. Good piece of officiating"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:14Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Michael Oliver is clearly our number one referee and delivered another top class performance in the Man Utd v Spurs game. Spot on red card applied and could not have been better placed to make that call. Heading for America in the Summer"
X Link 2026-02-08T08:20Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@ryanjacko2691 I do not like these challenges Ryan and frankly for the safety of players I want them outlawed. The only way you do that is to place them in a red card box. Thats the point I am making and quite happy to see the Fernandes challenge put into that box. To not receive any sanction"
X Link 2026-02-08T09:03Z 29.2K followers, [--] engagements
"Reference is made in Law [--] to referees operating within the framework of the Laws of the Game and the spirit of the game. Referees are expected to use common sense and to apply the spirit of the game when applying the Laws of the Game Football belongs to players and fans not to soulless joyless pedants with no feel for the game. Senseless decision an affront to football. Ruling out that third goal is one of the most ridiculous moments of the season totally against the spirit of the game. The laws an ass Football belongs to players and fans not to soulless joyless pedants with no feel for the"
X Link 2026-02-09T19:39Z 29.2K followers, 15.1K engagements
"I would having played an advantage and seeing the ball in the back of the net have awarded a goal. Yes applying common-sense and judgement. I would have told VAR to get lost @HACKETTREF So just to be clear Keith are you saying the goal should have been given @HACKETTREF So just to be clear Keith are you saying the goal should have been given"
X Link 2026-02-09T21:27Z 29.2K followers, 44K engagements
"Yes @HACKETTREF Could the referee have legally ignored the two players fouling each other given they weren't actually in playing distance of the ball and might not have caught up with it @HACKETTREF Could the referee have legally ignored the two players fouling each other given they weren't actually in playing distance of the ball and might not have caught up with it"
X Link 2026-02-09T21:31Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Then take a look at Law12 Advantage Section. Reference yellow card for DOGSO when advantage is applied Check last nights restart after red card issued. @HACKETTREF Theres no spirit of the game argument here Keith. The laws are crystal clear. @HACKETTREF Theres no spirit of the game argument here Keith. The laws are crystal clear"
X Link 2026-02-09T21:33Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Take a look at Law12 and section on advantage. Liverpool have a chance to appeal for incorrect application of law @HACKETTREF The start of the LoTG is about the philosophy and the spirit of the LOTG Is it in the spirit to disallow a goal and award a free kick for DOGSO I dont think so The goal should have stood https://t.co/XVSx0PCwUu @HACKETTREF The start of the LoTG is about the philosophy and the spirit of the LOTG Is it in the spirit to disallow a goal and award a free kick for DOGSO I dont think so The goal should have stood https://t.co/XVSx0PCwUu"
X Link 2026-02-09T21:35Z 29.2K followers, 10.2K engagements
"Henry take a look at Law12 Advantage. Red card should have been yellow . Laws need applying but it's not an exact science it's not consistent and football has to be careful not to alienate fans by sending in the forensics in its search for every right decision. Dont kill the thrill. Long read on a nuanced subject π2/2 https://t.co/VzQFjxN3EA . Laws need applying but it's not an exact science it's not consistent and football has to be careful not to alienate fans by sending in the forensics in its search for every right decision. Dont kill the thrill. Long read on a nuanced subject π2/2"
X Link 2026-02-10T09:44Z 29.2K followers, 50.8K engagements
"Thats not the way to make a debut A BRUTAL challenge from Joe Rothwell π³ Deserved red. https://t.co/U73VFXuL5T A BRUTAL challenge from Joe Rothwell π³ Deserved red. https://t.co/U73VFXuL5T"
X Link 2026-02-10T09:45Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@henrywinter Henry we are in a mess with VAR. We are re-refereeing every decision not helped by too much subjectivity in the way the laws are written. If you have a small team if VAR specialists you can get them to all sing off the same page"
X Link 2026-02-10T09:59Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Seth it is now become almost an acceptable part of the Premier League. It is frankly Cheating an effort to win a game without fairness and respect to your opponents. Look I would be the first to say that often not easy to judge That is why a post match process is required What a dive @HACKETTREF you and I discussed a much tighter call involving Saka - please tell me you believe Palmer should be suspended for this atrocious dive after he missed a tap in. I dont favor suspensions but this complete act is heinous and should be punished. https://t.co/4KdBk6gIw0 What a dive @HACKETTREF you and I"
X Link 2026-02-11T06:18Z 29.2K followers, 41.7K engagements
"Jeremy like your valued response. Well done @CK14151617 @HACKETTREF And Ill trump you this. Even if the ref tried to play advantage as I said because Haaland committed a foul straight after then the advantage didnt materialise. Hence why city got a free kick and szob sent off. Dogso is also the more serious offence out of the [--] committed https://t.co/B575EYfYx1 @CK14151617 @HACKETTREF And Ill trump you this. Even if the ref tried to play advantage as I said because Haaland committed a foul straight after then the advantage didnt materialise. Hence why city got a free kick and szob sent off."
X Link 2026-02-11T06:19Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What and why is this happening. Was the referee called in early. Did on his inspection discuss with the Met office the foreword forecast. Did he consult with the groundsman. β Barnsleys League One game at Stevenage has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch [--] minutes before kick off. #BarnsleyFC @footballheaven β Barnsleys League One game at Stevenage has been postponed due to a waterlogged pitch [--] minutes before kick off. #BarnsleyFC @footballheaven"
X Link 2026-02-11T10:03Z 29.2K followers, 15.6K engagements
"Do these managers look at Premier League games and see how VAR and the way it is operated is a disaster for the game EFL managers & players & fans be very careful what you wish for EFL managers & players & fans be very careful what you wish for"
X Link 2026-02-11T10:06Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Difficult to understand these two very poor decisions. Do the PGMOL Coach their referees There is such a lack of consistency @RobWoodfin1 @footyinsider247 @HACKETTREF Keane for a ban for a hair tug and tete gets nowt and also Foden .wtf. If that's Romero he's off. It's so so bad now and everton should be building a legal case now against the PGMOL for scandalous decisions against. It's mystifying as it is unjust Corrupt or incompetence @RobWoodfin1 @footyinsider247 @HACKETTREF Keane for a ban for a hair tug and tete gets nowt and also Foden .wtf. If that's Romero he's off. It's so so bad now"
X Link 2026-02-12T08:09Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"David -I think of Webb Winter Durkin Halsey Poll Webb Dean Styles. Wiley and many others. I dont think they are better @alexanderjourno @steptoe59464827 @HACKETTREF One is too many. You think officiating has got better @alexanderjourno @steptoe59464827 @HACKETTREF One is too many. You think officiating has got better"
X Link 2026-02-12T10:29Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I do not buy that. Oliver is one of the top referees in the World and they wanted him to officiate their top game. It did not compromise Olivers integrity. These appointments are on occasions made by FIFA @HACKETTREF Its at the point of questioning integrity. Oliver refereed in the Middle East who owns CityPGMOL compromised @HACKETTREF Its at the point of questioning integrity. Oliver refereed in the Middle East who owns CityPGMOL compromised"
X Link 2026-02-12T14:41Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Oliver is our number one Referee and will along with Taylor be appointed to the World Cup Finals in the summer @HACKETTREF I see youre still promoting Oliver but havent found time to reply to this. Any comment @HACKETTREF I see youre still promoting Oliver but havent found time to reply to this. Any comment"
X Link 2026-02-12T21:22Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"This could have been dealt with so much better than a draconian six weeks suspension. He made a mistake by not submitting the red card for sure. However it is not punishment this young person requires but education and guidance. He needs mentoring. Unbelievable a very young referee he has made a mistake just give him some operational advice regarding the issuing of π¨π₯ and let him continue to referee Unbelievable a very young referee he has made a mistake just give him some operational advice regarding the issuing of π¨π₯ and let him continue to referee"
X Link 2026-02-13T07:50Z 29.2K followers, 28K engagements
"Jeff not only were you an outstanding Referee every week I see the glaring mistake that the PGMOL in my time failed to make you a coach Well done Stockton for giving youth a chance No better club to be at than @stockton_townfc where youth is given a chance . Building on sound foundations rather than cheque book management . UTA πππ No better club to be at than @stockton_townfc where youth is given a chance . Building on sound foundations rather than cheque book management . UTA πππ"
X Link 2026-02-13T08:04Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"This is a red card offence Two games in a row after Rodri spoke PGMOL is doing them favours again. https://t.co/O0QIhpGC4S Two games in a row after Rodri spoke PGMOL is doing them favours again. https://t.co/O0QIhpGC4S"
X Link 2026-02-13T08:25Z 29.2K followers, 27.8K engagements
"The pulling of an opponents hair meets the law criteria of Violent Conduct and a red card. Everton have every right to complain why in their recent game the match officials failed to take action @andydaviesref @HACKETTREF What is the VAR protocol on hair pull incident Because for fans it just looks like refs are either incompetent or biased @andydaviesref @HACKETTREF What is the VAR protocol on hair pull incident Because for fans it just looks like refs are either incompetent or biased"
X Link 2026-02-13T10:12Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"That is not the case we had referees who did at times not meet our standards. These officials when they were suffering a loss of form received operational advice I operated at the PGMOL in an open and transparent manner. I met Managers PFA LMA and the media. I introduced Match Delegates. Former Managers and players to assess the match officials performances. Accountability by not appointing refs and firing them I operated at the PGMOL in an open and transparent manner. I met Managers PFA LMA and the media. I introduced Match Delegates. Former Managers and players to assess the match officials"
X Link 2026-02-13T15:14Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"It is subjective which promotes fence sitting. PGMOL set the benchmark of expectation on these to narrow the lines of subjectivity and aim for uniformity @HACKETTREF Dermot Gallagher said it's 'subjective' so you think there's anything subjective about this been a red @HACKETTREF Dermot Gallagher said it's 'subjective' so you think there's anything subjective about this been a red"
X Link 2026-02-13T15:39Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Anyone who says this is not a penalty kick are wrong in Law. @DaleJohnsonBBC Is this "overruning the touch" He had to go down as pens aren't given for staying on your feet. https://t.co/f3d2jAyQqA @DaleJohnsonBBC Is this "overruning the touch" He had to go down as pens aren't given for staying on your feet. https://t.co/f3d2jAyQqA"
X Link 2026-02-07T20:10Z 29.3K followers, 24.6K engagements
"Bobby spot on- thats the level he was the guy that runs it. I had to fight to get the professional referees (PGMOL). Communication kits and GoalLine Technology This guy is a non no so I blocked him"
X Link 2026-02-15T11:22Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Steel City Derby upcoming Officials appointed to the game. Sunday 22nd February [----] Sheffield United FC v Sheffield Wednesday FC Live on Sky Sports Football Referee: Smith Josh Assistant Referee: Lewis Sam Assistant Referee: Williams Darren Fourth Official: Webb David"
X Link 2026-02-16T18:36Z 29.2K followers, 25.2K engagements
"We all know that he is correct. He needs to influence the IFAB to inject change with appropriate direction and leadership to the end users. Roberto Rosetti was a very good referee and continues to prove a force for good in the game with his comments about technology's involvement. We cannot go in this direction of microscopic VAR interventions Uefas Chief Refereeing Officer told the Uefa Congress. Rosetti is Roberto Rosetti was a very good referee and continues to prove a force for good in the game with his comments about technology's involvement. We cannot go in this direction of microscopic"
X Link 2026-02-13T22:51Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Yes I offered him demotion to the Football League after delivering some very poor performances. He would not accept that so he quit. @HACKETTREF Matt Messias was a poor ref and he got his marching orders I seem to recall. @HACKETTREF Matt Messias was a poor ref and he got his marching orders I seem to recall"
X Link 2026-02-14T20:40Z 29.2K followers, 10.9K engagements
"The PGMOL will say that this was an FA Cup game and FA responsibility I seriously hope @FA_PGMOL look into Chris Kavanagh and his assistants tonight. How on earth do you get so much wrong in one match https://t.co/9qukCFlRET I seriously hope @FA_PGMOL look into Chris Kavanagh and his assistants tonight. How on earth do you get so much wrong in one match https://t.co/9qukCFlRET"
X Link 2026-02-15T08:42Z 29.2K followers, 13.4K engagements
"Luke Edwards spot in. It was a shambles. If you wanted to compile an open-and-shut case in the defence of keeping VAR you do not need to look any further than Newcastle Uniteds FA Cup victory over Aston Villa β½ Exhibit A - Abraham's offside goal β Exhibit B - Hall not getting a penalty β Exhibit C - Digne's https://t.co/S6U1hsJcGn If you wanted to compile an open-and-shut case in the defence of keeping VAR you do not need to look any further than Newcastle Uniteds FA Cup victory over Aston Villa β½ Exhibit A - Abraham's offside goal β Exhibit B - Hall not getting a penalty β Exhibit C -"
X Link 2026-02-15T08:51Z 29.2K followers, 13.8K engagements
"Perhaps Refsupport might enter the real world and get real. I am not alone critical of refereeing decisions"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:31Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Well said AlanShearer. How can a Referee and Asstget this so wrong π£ "If you ever needed any evidence of the damage VAR has done to the referees today is a great example." π£ "That decision is one of the worst decisions I've seen in football." @waynerooney and @alanshearer speak about the decision to not to award Newcastle a penalty β https://t.co/MJvWmmbHT1 π£ "If you ever needed any evidence of the damage VAR has done to the referees today is a great example." π£ "That decision is one of the worst decisions I've seen in football." @waynerooney and @alanshearer speak about the decision to"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:33Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"What are the ref lino & 4th official looking at https://t.co/hcxH6mSyHO What are the ref lino & 4th official looking at https://t.co/hcxH6mSyHO"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:36Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Employment law is a complication @HACKETTREF Its not fair that they get demoted to the EFL - its an insult to the EFL Why not just suspend them completely for a period of time @HACKETTREF Its not fair that they get demoted to the EFL - its an insult to the EFL Why not just suspend them completely for a period of time"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:41Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Dave I take your point but the challenge is employment law"
X Link 2026-02-15T10:43Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Ray it as Serious Foul Play certainly not DOGSO @HACKETTREF Keith keeper sent off for denying a goal scoring opportunity Another bollock dropped .what is the punishment allowed for ineptitude at this level @HACKETTREF Keith keeper sent off for denying a goal scoring opportunity Another bollock dropped .what is the punishment allowed for ineptitude at this level"
X Link 2026-02-15T11:48Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"@WhistleBlowerDK David it did not fulfil the criteria for DOGSO -Distance from goal -Direction of play -Probability of controlling the ball -Position of defenders. For me it was Serious Foul Play"
X Link 2026-02-15T22:17Z 29.2K followers, [--] engagements
"This was one of the worse performances by a team of officials I have witnessed at the top level of the game. Some analysis of Villa v Newcastle within this article. β Abraham offside β Digne red card β Bizot red card β Digne handball β Burn offside For me the errors appear to be factual and made by the assistant rather than the referee. https://t.co/YovJzU8MiC Some analysis of Villa v Newcastle within this article. β Abraham offside β Digne red card β Bizot red card β Digne handball β Burn offside For me the errors appear to be factual and made by the assistant rather than the referee."
X Link 2026-02-16T06:34Z 29.2K followers, 61.7K engagements
"I can only assume that it was for inappropriate language towards the referee I call out premier league refs but in one weekend I have seen one of the worst refereeing decisions in the Serie A. [--]. Explain to me why Gift Orban got a red card earlier today [--]. Explain to me why VAR couldn't overturn this This is madness. https://t.co/r5ZnmM0gor I call out premier league refs but in one weekend I have seen one of the worst refereeing decisions in the Serie A. [--]. Explain to me why Gift Orban got a red card earlier today [--]. Explain to me why VAR couldn't overturn this This is madness."
X Link 2026-02-16T07:09Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I really thought that Howard Webb taking over PGMOL six years ago would put us back at the top of officiating. This weekend we know the answer @HACKETTREF All these officials and still so many balls ups. It's become a laughing stock. @HACKETTREF All these officials and still so many balls ups. It's become a laughing stock"
X Link 2026-02-16T11:48Z 29.2K followers, 11.1K engagements
"Ref Halsey airing his views Tomorrow's @SunSport back page: RED CARD Referees' chief Howard Webb has been told it is time to GO after the latest set of blunders in the FA Cup @pjcadden https://t.co/mcGuNZYvqn Tomorrow's @SunSport back page: RED CARD Referees' chief Howard Webb has been told it is time to GO after the latest set of blunders in the FA Cup @pjcadden https://t.co/mcGuNZYvqn"
X Link 2026-02-16T14:33Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The boss is in Turkey @FA_PGMOL any comment regarding Chris Kavanaghs performance on Saturday. The silence is deafening Bunch of π€‘π€‘ @FA_PGMOL any comment regarding Chris Kavanaghs performance on Saturday. The silence is deafening Bunch of π€‘π€‘"
X Link 2026-02-16T18:26Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Oliver and Taylor are on the panel for selection @HACKETTREF Will any of these "select" PGMOL officials be used by FIFA at the world cup If this weekend is anything to go by I think they will be fine to book their holidays anytime from [--] June to [--] July. @HACKETTREF Will any of these "select" PGMOL officials be used by FIFA at the world cup If this weekend is anything to go by I think they will be fine to book their holidays anytime from [--] June to [--] July"
X Link 2026-02-15T15:12Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Wednesday 18th February [----] Wolverhampton Wanderers FC v Arsenal Referee: Tierney Paul Assistant Referee: West Richard Assistant Referee: Scholes Mark Fourth Official: Jones Robert Video Assistant Referee: Salisbury Michael Additional Video Assistant Referee: Taylor Craig"
X Link 2026-02-16T07:21Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Anyone who wants to encourage their daughter or Granddaughter at this age group to play football then please take up Brett Lovells offer at Penistone Church FC A community club Must not be registered with any other SHWGL side My daughters team PCFC Girls U13s Whites are reeling from the loss of a few players this season and it has got to a stage where they may not be able to continue due to low numbers. If anyone has a daughter or knows of someone that may want to play (Year 8) please DM me β«βͺ My daughters team PCFC Girls U13s Whites are reeling from the loss of a few players this season and"
X Link 2026-02-16T14:31Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"The FA Cup should be free to air. β½ 'Whatever happened to the FA Cup' @simonrbriggs on how the Cups move to TNT Sports has dented its visibility and why footballs oldest competition feels less magical behind a paywall https://t.co/xUefsRwuBP https://t.co/c6cHj1zEub β½ 'Whatever happened to the FA Cup' @simonrbriggs on how the Cups move to TNT Sports has dented its visibility and why footballs oldest competition feels less magical behind a paywall https://t.co/xUefsRwuBP https://t.co/c6cHj1zEub"
X Link 2026-02-16T14:34Z 29.2K followers, 22.8K engagements
"Always thought that the track measurements were incorrect. England Athletics removed the licence after it found the site had failed to meet the necessary quality standards for its track and field facilities. Listen to more here: https://t.co/sofvPqnYrN https://t.co/HyRqR9Xfw6 England Athletics removed the licence after it found the site had failed to meet the necessary quality standards for its track and field facilities. Listen to more here: https://t.co/sofvPqnYrN https://t.co/HyRqR9Xfw6"
X Link 2026-02-16T21:18Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Not corrupt just at times incompetent. Humans do make errors. We are seeing too many @ThatGooneragain @HACKETTREF He still tried to believe the @FA_PGMOL arent corrupt π€£π€£π€£π€£ @ThatGooneragain @HACKETTREF He still tried to believe the @FA_PGMOL arent corrupt π€£π€£π€£π€£"
X Link 2026-02-06T08:26Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements
"I just love to see how the games are controlled. Pro-active and preventative officiating. Brilliant communication Top Top performance @HACKETTREF Rugbys back Ref in 100% control of game. @HACKETTREF Rugbys back Ref in 100% control of game"
X Link 2026-02-06T08:31Z 29.1K followers, [----] engagements
"A Defibrillator was close on hand to save the life of Stocksbridge Park Steels U15 Player Daniel Lowe who recently suffered a heart attack whilst playing. Every club should have a defibrillator available. Start raising funds for your club to purchase one and train to use it"
X Link 2018-12-05T08:28Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"I love watching the skills of Mo Salah. It would appear that The FA have decided to turn a blind eye to his act of simulation that won him and his team a penalty kick. The FA decision promotes similar acts in the future. You have a duty of care to the game"
X Link 2018-12-28T13:33Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"The turning point in the Premier League title was decided in the Man City v Liverpool game. 31st minute when Kompany went in from distance with two feet off the ground on Mo Salah. Anthony Taylor failed to red card the offence City won 2-1"
X Link 2019-05-13T05:30Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Well what a very poor piece of officiating Millwall v Leeds United. Leeds will win their appeal against a red card. It was not a penalty kick a clear act of simulation. Then to say it was DOGSO is just stupid. I would sit this ref on his hands for a month"
X Link 2019-10-07T17:57Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"I know it is easy watching on TV. I have to say whilst Oliver was in a terrific position to say NO penalty kick the VAR has got it wrong agreeing with him. Deliberate handball and City should have had PK and Liverpool goal ruled out"
X Link 2019-11-10T16:52Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"The Brighton goal should have been disallowed. The Liverpool wall was formed with [--] or more players. Brightons attackers were in the wall not one yard away"
X Link 2019-12-02T06:56Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"When the football family lose faith in those offside lines drawn on the screen then the only step is to stop using them. Richard Masters time for you to intervene and stop this nonsense. Stop listening to Foster and Riley. You are the boss - stop it now"
X Link 2019-12-30T08:44Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Is Anthony Taylor having a laugh. That man Xhaka commits his fourth yellow card offence and again no action from a referee who should be sitting on his hands next week. This Arsenal player SHOULD NOT BE ON THE FIELD OF PLAY. Klich of Leeds now gets a YC for a foul on Xhaka -"
X Link 2020-01-06T21:19Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Watching WBA V Nottingham Forest game. Referee Keith Stroud failing to see recognise and act on clear fouls. WBA fouls that should have been sanctioned. WBA break and go onto score"
X Link 2020-02-15T14:08Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Everton v Arsenal - Godfrey Stamp Why didnt VAR Stuart Attwell advise Referee Mike Dean to take a look at the pitch side monitor to review the Ben Godfrey stamp in his opponent It was a stamp that endangered his Arsenal opponent. Red Card was the only outcome. Poor officiating"
X Link 2021-12-07T07:27Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Man City GK wipes out Newcastle forward. Nailed on Penalty Kick. Nothing given by Ref Atkinson VAR Pawson clearly thinks its not a clear and not vicious error. Shocking decision"
X Link 2021-12-19T14:46Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"How can Harry Kane stay on the pitch after that reckless challenge that endangered the safety of an opponent. Excessive force. Serious Foul Play challenge RED CARD -another refereeing error"
X Link 2021-12-19T16:51Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"So VAR rightly advises Referee Tierney to review the red card for Robertson of Liverpool who is correctly sent off. Why didnt VAR do the same on the Kane challenge. Both were red card offences"
X Link 2021-12-19T18:18Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Alan Shearer you are spot on with your views. Riley will never sort it. He needs to be fired and these referees need leadership direction and accountability. Several referees are frankly not good enough"
X Link 2021-12-19T23:16Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"I think we can safely say that VAR in the Premier League is a disaster. They should close Stockley Park and move to VAR operating in a room in the stadium. Team accountability post match review teamwork. TRUST missing Accountability is missing. Clear and obvious is confusing"
X Link 2022-01-02T07:09Z 29.2K followers, [----] engagements
"Well I am still coming to terms with the Red Card issued in the Everton v Newcastle game. Ref Pawson was in an excellent position and judged it correctly. It was reckless ( yellow card). So why did VAR Attwell decide to intervene. It was NOT a clear and obvious error"
X Link 2022-03-18T13:28Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"That is a nailed on Penalty kick where is VAR"
X Link 2022-05-29T17:12Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"That should have resulted in a red card @HACKETTREF how is that not a red card. Even looked at by VAR and they agreed it was a yellow. Shocking officiating. https://t.co/10MQIpyNyu @HACKETTREF how is that not a red card. Even looked at by VAR and they agreed it was a yellow. Shocking officiating. https://t.co/10MQIpyNyu"
X Link 2022-08-07T14:50Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"VAR Lee Mason was at the centre of the controversy in the Leeds United game yesterday (sat 3rd)Today he is back to be VAR for the Arsenal v Man Utd game. PGMOL send him home and get a replacement in - now. In business we would ask is he fit for purpose"
X Link 2022-09-04T08:00Z 29.3K followers, [----] engagements
"I assume that The FA will charge Arteta. His comments are unacceptable"
X Link 2023-01-04T11:08Z 29.3K followers, 407.5K engagements
"I am this morning praising the actions of the Arsenal manager Arteta. When the fan kicked Arsenal goalkeeper it could have resulted in a reaction. Arteta grabbed hold of a couple of his players and took control. Well done him"
X Link 2023-01-16T10:36Z 29.3K followers, 126.4K engagements
"Football can be very cruel and sadly because of a few seconds of almost doing something naturally Nick Pope Newcastle GK misses a final. The referee was correct to dismiss Pope. The authorities should delay the sanction to enable Pope to play. There I have said it"
X Link 2023-02-20T10:50Z 29.3K followers, 869.1K engagements
"I dont think that any fan really appreciates the increasing amount of cheating that is taking place in our game. Feigning injury going to ground far to easily etc. Referees need to put a stop to this behaviour that damages the image of our great game. Stop been friendly and act"
X Link 2023-03-06T08:24Z 29.3K followers, 104.7K engagements
"The FA have now given licence to a player to lay his hands on any official at all levels of the game. Do they know what they are doing I do -they are letting the game down. @HACKETTREF https://t.co/2UR4CKupeH @HACKETTREF https://t.co/2UR4CKupeH"
X Link 2023-03-06T19:42Z 29.3K followers, 318.3K engagements
"Incorrect the goal should have been allowed. The Forest defender made a deliberate play for the ball. Therefore NU player was not offside @HACKETTREF thoughts on Andersons disallowed goal tonight #nufc @HACKETTREF thoughts on Andersons disallowed goal tonight #nufc"
X Link 2023-03-18T05:42Z 29.3K followers, 326.9K engagements
"The penalty kick awarded against Newcastle United by Ref Kavanagh in their match versus Brentford was shocking. How can two elite referees deliver such a poor decision. Howard Webb should bench them for a couple of weeks do they receive some operational advice. Not good enough"
X Link 2023-04-09T06:34Z 29.2K followers, 382.4K engagements
"So Arteta a master at getting his team to operate delaying tactics is now in the face of the fourth official because of Southampton delaying the restart. Sadly this is the state of our game"
X Link 2023-04-21T21:04Z 29.3K followers, 178.5K engagements
"John Brooks the 4th official at Anfield today should not have to put up with the unacceptable behaviour of Jurgen Klopp today. The Law is clear and if we are to get improvement of the Technical area occupants then the law MUST be applied. Do not allow your authority to be eroded"
X Link 2023-04-30T18:17Z 29.3K followers, 286.2K engagements
"Jota with a raised foot that came into contact with the head of an opponent was an act that endangered the safety of an opponent and should have resulted in a red card. No good talking about concussion subs if appropriate action is not taken by the ref. Where was VAR"
X Link 2023-04-30T18:23Z 29.3K followers, 257.5K engagements
"I have supported the Owls since a kid. Sorry Ref you made a major error with the red card for Derby County. Take a look and Derby had a covering defender. Football is a contact sport and the Wednesday player went to ground so easily. Curtis Davies sent off scene #dcfc #dcfcfans https://t.co/YcnuIbAnDX Curtis Davies sent off scene #dcfc #dcfcfans https://t.co/YcnuIbAnDX"
X Link 2023-05-07T13:15Z 29.3K followers, 459.7K engagements
"This was a red card challenge by Mings. In my opinion the goal should not have been ruled out for offside. The opponent made a deliberate play. Liverpool write to PGMOL over decisions which killed Champions League charge @_ChrisBascombe #TelegraphFootball #LFC Liverpool write to PGMOL over decisions which killed Champions League charge @_ChrisBascombe #TelegraphFootball #LFC"
X Link 2023-05-22T18:37Z 29.3K followers, 310.7K engagements
"Martin it was a foul. I wonder what planet they are on. Suggest they take the wine off them. I believe in what I saw π‘π‘ Chris Foy said it was a foul Dermot Gallagher said it was a foul Mark Clattenburg said it was a foul Martin Keown is shocked the #PLs Key Match Incidents panel backed #NUFCs goal v #AFC. https://t.co/WPcUpweWRY I believe in what I saw π‘π‘ Chris Foy said it was a foul Dermot Gallagher said it was a foul Mark Clattenburg said it was a foul Martin Keown is shocked the #PLs Key Match Incidents panel backed #NUFCs goal v #AFC. https://t.co/WPcUpweWRY"
X Link 2023-11-13T17:18Z 29.3K followers, 223.9K engagements
"They are having a laugh No wonder we are in a mess. Howard Webb get a grip on your referees and get some consistency delivered by them. Ignore this panel because they lack an understanding of the law. HACKETT Gallagher Clattenburg Halsey said Foul for the push The panel that reviews Premier League match officials' decisions has ruled that Anthony Gordon's winner for Newcastle over Arsenal last weekend was correctly awarded according to reports πβ
β https://t.co/HamG3wlWkN The panel that reviews Premier League match officials' decisions has ruled that Anthony Gordon's winner for Newcastle over"
X Link 2023-11-13T17:58Z 29.2K followers, 757.1K engagements
"What abject nonsense. This is NOT a careless challenge and the goal should have been awarded. Josh King's opening goal is disallowed for a 'careless challenge' after VAR review β πΊ @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK https://t.co/5pLOwOcPc2 Josh King's opening goal is disallowed for a 'careless challenge' after VAR review β πΊ @tntsports & @discoveryplusUK https://t.co/5pLOwOcPc2"
X Link 2025-08-31T05:45Z 29.3K followers, 82.4K engagements
"Haron Hickman I have asked the same question. You are spot on. The inconsistency is confusing to fans across the world So @FA_PGMOL please explain why Lamptey getting a small touch of the ball doesnt negate the award of a penalty kick here but at St James Park vs Newcastle Arsenals penalty is forcibly overturned by VAR for a rerun of the exact same incident https://t.co/38jEQ1sZhu So @FA_PGMOL please explain why Lamptey getting a small touch of the ball doesnt negate the award of a penalty kick here but at St James Park vs Newcastle Arsenals penalty is forcibly overturned by VAR for a rerun"
X Link 2025-10-01T07:35Z 29.3K followers, 74.5K engagements
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